> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://www.ordinals.foundation/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://www.ordinals.foundation/introduction/values.md).

# Values

The Foundials Lab is committed to the following values:

* Openness: We believe that Bitcoin Ordinals should be accessible to everyone. We are committed to open-source software and to making our resources available to the public.
* Decentralization: We believe that Bitcoin Ordinals should be decentralized. We are committed to developing and promoting protocols that do not rely on a central authority.
* Security: We believe that Bitcoin Ordinals should be secure. We are committed to developing and promoting protocols that protect the privacy and security of users.